INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: DO NOT USE ON ANY OTHER BATTERIES APART FROM THOSE MENTIONED IN THE SPECIFICATION TABLE ON PAGE 10 . WARNING: DISCONNECT THE CHARGER FROM THE MAINS POWER BEFORE MAKING OR BREAKING DC CONNECTION, SERVICING OR PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE. WARNING: ENSURE THERE ARE NO SOURCES OF IGNITION NEAR THE WORK AREA I.E.
• DO NOT operate the charger if there is any visible damage. • DO NOT try to modify or open the charger. • DO NOT charge the battery with the engine running. • DO NOT charge a frozen battery. • When not in use disconnect the charger from the power supply and keep in a safe, dry area.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved BS1363/A plug fitted with a BS1362 fuse. If the plug has to be changed because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions shown below.
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CONNECTIONS 1. The charger should be connected to the battery or the vehicle accessory (cigar lighter) socket, before connecting it to the mains supply. IMPORTANT: Check the vehicle handbook and note whether the vehicle has a positive earth or negative earth. 2.
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CHARGING A POSITIVE EARTHED BATTERY 1. Make sure that the red clamp on the clamp lead is not touching the battery or the fuel line. 2. Connect the negative (-) black clamp to the negative (-) battery post. 3. Connect the positive (+) red clamp to the positive (+) battery post or vehicle chassis.
OPERATION 1. Connect the charger to the battery as instructed on page 6 before connecting to mains power supply. CONNECT CHARGER TO MAINS POWER SUPPLY 1. Insert the plug into the mains power supply. 2. Switch on the power supply. •...
MAINTENANCE WARNING: DISCONNECT THE CHARGER FROM THE MAINS POWER BEFORE SERVICING OR PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE. Other than cleaning, this charger does not require any specific maintenance. CLEANING Only use a dry cloth to clean the charger. DO NOT use solvents or cleaning agents on the casing.
SPECIFICATION Input Voltage 230V Battery Voltage Compatible Battery Types Lead acid: SLA, WET, AGM, VRLA Charging Current 2 Amp Input Current 0.32 Amp Charge Type 3-Cycle Ambient Temperature -20°C to +50°C Dimensions (D X W X H) 75 x 145 x 40 mm Weight 0.5 kg Parts &...
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